What is Hoagies & Stogies?

Hoagies & Stogies is a men’s fellowship for reformed, theological debate; it was created by one of my elders before he was an elder. When he was ordained, he got too busy, and he gave the reins of the ‘ministry’ to me. Men gather for a simple meal of hoagies, with home-brewedexquisitely craft-brewed beer, or soft drinks. After a while, we all refill our glasses, and those who are so inclined light up their best stogies and kick back and enjoy a theological debate. But if you are not a smoker (like me), or not a drinker (or not both!), you are still welcome. (You can consider it your mission to ensure that Christian liberty is exercised with due charity!)

My husband is an alcoholic in denial and he loves your venue of “hoagies and stogies.” Thank you for your emphasis that neglects to consider your weaker brothers in Christ! My family suffers through this trial daily. I believe that you are more interested in your freedom in Christ than righteous love that serves your brother. Why don’t you all tackle the topic of what moderate drinking is or what a Godly husband and father is. You want to tickle each other’s fleshly intellect.

I don’t exactly know how to respond to this. I don’t want to be dismissive, but I certainly don’t want to have this sensitive conversation with you in these comment boxes. I am open to having a H&S on the topic of alcohol and/or tobacco (it is listed on the needs page).

You did leave an email address behind your comment (it is not visible to the internet and I will not disclose it to anyone); I can contact you offline by email if you want to discuss privately. Or you could just send me an email directly at this same username (RubeRad) at gmail dot com.